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J984 MDO

1996 Suzuki GSXR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,298 mi
Last recorded44,298 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSXR40031,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ984 MDO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 44,298 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 44,272 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

anodised brake parts fitted advised to change

front suspension has internal noise when operating

Fail 9 Mar 2018 44,272 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

anodised brake parts fitted advised to change

Pass 18 Apr 2016 44,159 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 43,826 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake lines have some alloy fittings for race use and can be prone to cracking from salt/ corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2011 43,826 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake lines have some alloy fittings for race use and can be prone to cracking from salt/ corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2010 43,498 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 43,126 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 42,243 miles

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front floating discs quite loose on disc centre.

Pass 8 Mar 2008 42,243 miles

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front floating discs quite loose on disc centre.

Pass 4 Apr 2007 39,048 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 39,037 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

alloy brake unions ideally race use only

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR400?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 78
reflector on motorcycle missing 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Drive chain excessively loose 25
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J984 MDO is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 31,831 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J984 MDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GSXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J984 MDO registered?

J984 MDO is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 1 September 1996.

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